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Preventative care means looking after your teeth all the time to avoid nasty surprises like cavities and gum disease from popping up out of the blue. Dentists recommend that everyone should practice several forms of preventative care from regular check-ups with your dentist to flossing after meals.
While most of us are guilty of shirking a few basic dental care rules, just giving your oral health a bit of thought and priority can make a difference. Because when it comes to dental care, attitude forms your actions. Make oral health a priority in your family by following these simple preventative care tips.
1. Brush Your Teeth at Least Twice a Day
Make oral health a priority for the whole family. Brush your teeth together with the children whenever possible, and remember to encourage brushing at least twice a day.
2. Keep Up with Your Check-ups
To keep your teeth healthy and clean, it’s important to get to the dentist for a check-up every six months. Your dentist will check for decay, gum disease, and check your dental fillings and give your teeth a good clean.
To make sure your teeth cleaning lasts, be sure to floss between your teeth at least once a day, but preferably after each meal.
Eat a diet rich in nutritious foods that will strengthen and nourish your teeth. Include plenty of calcium-rich dairy and seeds, as well as lots of nuts, fish, fibrous vegetables and crunchy fruits. Leafy greens, whole grains and fruits rich in vitamin C are also great for your oral health.
5. Avoid Acidic and Sugary Foods
Steer clear of lollies and fizzy drinks, and don’t overindulge in wine, coffee, sweets or citrus juice. Things like pickles, sports drinks and black tea should also be “sometimes foods”.
Water helps to wash away leftover food from the mouth and clean the teeth of unwanted bacteria.
7. Use a Toothpaste that Contains Fluoride
While fluoride-free toothpastes claim to be better for your health, the evidence for fluoride stacks up in your teeth’s favour. Use toothpaste that contains fluoride for stronger, healthier teeth.
If you can’t brush your teeth after every meal, chewing sugar-free gum is a good way to clean the teeth of clingy food and stains. Ask your dentist for a recommendation for a healthy, sugar-free chewing gum.
Smoking stains and weakens teeth and can lead to gum disease (not to mention bad breath). For good oral health, smoking is out of the question.
A healthy mouth stems from a healthy attitude to oral care. Make your health a priority by following the tips above to start seeing a cleaner, more radiant smile.
Book in with our family-friendly dentist at Jannali Dental Care for your six-month check-up today. Call our Sutherland Shire dental practice on (02) 9199 7229 to make an appointment.
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